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Articles by Ron Nelson

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Wiring for Access Control

Ron Nelson
November 1, 2007
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Plenum-rated wire must always be used for all access control devices.a. Trueb. False Which type of wire should be used for a request-to-exit (REX) motion detector?a. 16/2b. 22/4c. 22/6
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Detecting Environmental Conditions

Ron Nelson
October 1, 2007
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Ron Nelson is the director of technical services for Mutual Central Alarm Services Inc., New York. He has more than 36 years’ experience in the security industry and can be
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Fire Alarm Monitoring Technology

Ron Nelson
September 1, 2007
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A digital alarm communicator transmitter (DACT) shall seize the telephone line when it is required to transmit a signal.a. Trueb. False A fire alarm system utilizing a DACT shall
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Network Infrastructure

Ron Nelson
August 1, 2007
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All wireless network devices are interchangeable.a. Trueb. False What type of cable should be used for a 100 Mbps Ethernet data network?a. 18/2b. Cat 3c. Cat 5ed. Any of
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Monitoring Alarms Remotely

Ron Nelson
July 1, 2007
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Video verification images can be sent via:a. POTS lines.b. broadband connection.c. GSM cell phones.d. Any of the abovee. None of the above Verified alarms can result in:a. lower false
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Detecting Fires without Wires

Ron Nelson
June 1, 2007
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Ron Nelson1.     All commercial fire alarm initiating devices must be listed by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).    a. True    b. False2.     What frequency do in-house fire alarm
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Perimeter Motion Detectors on the Move

Ron Nelson
May 1, 2007
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Any dual detector can be used for outdoor protection.a. Trueb. False Outdoor photoelectric detectors use dual beams to:a. increase range.b. overcome the effect of bright sunlight.c. reduce false alarms.d.
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Controlling a Home's Infrastructure

Ron Nelson
April 1, 2007
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All remote controls for a home theater/automation system use infrared to transmit commands to the receiver.a. Trueb. False What type of transmission media can be used for home control
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Hone Your Access Control Knowledge

Ron Nelson
March 7, 2007
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1.         What should you consider when designing an access system?             a. Building codes             b. Fire codes             c. Electrical codes             d. Americans With Disabilities Act
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IP-Based Video Technology

Ron Nelson
March 1, 2007
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In an IP CCTV system, there is a reduction in cabling required when compared to a traditional analog system. With an IP-based system, a single Cat 5e or better
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